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The Caribbean’s Newest Mall Is Now Open
By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor SAN JUAN — As if having the Caribbean’s largest mall at Plaza Las Americas wasn’t enough, today Puerto Rico has welcomed a new addition to its retail landscape with the opening of the Mall of […]
The 10 Best Caribbean Cruise Ports
By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor A Caribbean cruise is never a bad idea but not all ports are created equal. These 10 ports of call, which offer a winning combination of passenger facilities and proximity to the island attractions […]
The Early Days of Caribbean Aviation
By Steven Keats CJ Contributor Many people recognize the name of the founder of Pan American Airways, Juan Trippe. But another name, Basel (BL) Rowe is known by very few — yet he is responsible for providing the germinating seed […]
The Caribbean in the Age of Exploration
By Steven Keats CJ Contributor Being in the shipping business and always curious about exploration, I developed a collection of rare maps that focused on the Americas. Several years ago part of the collection was presented at the University of […]
The Best-Kept Secret in Puerto Rico
Above: The Horned Dorset Primavera By Alexander Britell RINCON — It’s a long road, even longer once you get to Rincon. Before the sun set, my car passed through the large, red-yellow-technicolor Rincon welcome arch, and soon the only color […]
Six Quick Caribbean Getaways
By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor The Caribbean is so close to North America and yet, with connections, lengthy layovers and the almost inevitable flight delays, it can feel SO far away. However, if you live in the South, Northeast […]
At the Condado Vanderbilt, the Soundtrack of a Caribbean Hotel
Above: Carlos Escobar plays at the Condado Vanderbilt (All photos by CJ) By Alexander Britell SAN JUAN – Carlos Escobar is playing “As Time Goes By.” It’s true. It’s been almost a century since this hotel first opened its doors […]
How This Foundation is Developing the Caribbean’s Next Tourism Leaders
By Guy Britton CJ Contributor SAN JUAN — Tourism: it’s the largest single economic driver in the Caribbean, and promoting its continued development remains one of the most crucial objectives for the wider region. That’s why the Caribbean Hotel and […]
The New List: New Caribbean Hotels to Visit in 2015
Above: the Marriott Port-au-Prince in Haiti Last year was full of great new hotel openings in the Caribbean, and 2015 should be more of the same. There are new hotels slated to open across the region, some large, some small, […]
The Cool List: The Caribbean’s Coolest Hotels in 2015
A cool hotel. It’s not a luxury hotel, or a boutique hotel, or a large resort, necessarily. You simply know it’s cool the moment you step inside, because you feel it. It’s when that combination of design, comfort and intimacy creates […]
Nevis Airport Sees Rise in Traffic
Above: a Tradewind plane at Nevis airport By the Caribbean Journal staf Nevis’ Vance Amory International Airport saw a 6.9 percent increase in traffic in 2014, compared to the same period in 2013, according to newly-released data from the Ministry […]
The Best Caribbean Islands For Shopping
By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor You might not be a black-belt shopper like me but I bet you buy at least one souvenir when you visit the Caribbean. So make it count! Whether you’re looking for rum or a […]
The 50 Best Caribbean Restaurants
Lots of people will tell you what a great meal is, especially in the age of the foodie. But you know what it is — it’s one you remember long past dessert. Maybe it’s because of the view of the […]
Where to Travel in 2015: The Must-Visit Places in the Caribbean
DON’T JUST visit the Caribbean this year. Experience it. Go outside of your comfort zone and find something new. That’s the advice of our Where to Travel list for 2015, featuring some of our favourite places in the Caribbean: some […]
Rum Journal: A Classic Coquito From A Condado Hotel
IT’S ONE of the most famous cocktails in Puerto Rico: the coquito, a sweet, milk-based cocktail that’s served most often in the holiday season. But how do you make it? The San Juan Marriott Resort in San Juan’s chic Condado […]
Rum Journal: Finding the Perfect Bar on a Caribbean Cruise Ship
Above: the Ensemble Lounge (All photos by CJ) MONDAY night in a dimly-lit bar. Slow jazz plays. There are high-backed chairs and muted conversations. The bartenders mix and pour and mix again. Then the whole room moves. Not a lot, […]
The Caribbean’s Best Holiday Getaways For 2014
It’s time to get away. If you’re not in the Caribbean, it’s getting cold. Probably too cold. So instead of a White Christmas, try a White-Sand Christmas this year with our picks for the best holiday getaways in the Caribbean. […]
The New Caribbean in Condado
Above: The Condado neighbourhood of Puerto Rico (CJ Photo) By Alexander Britell SAN JUAN — I didn’t plan on being here, with the Buddha and the duck croquetas. I’m having dinner joined by a small Buddha statue, eating duck croquettes […]
A Secret Gourmet Corner of the Caribbean
Above: Juanillo Beach in Cap Cana (All photos by CJ) By Alexander Britell CAP CANA — I’d been to the Punta Cana area several times before; it’s largely known for two things: incredibly beautiful beaches, and large all-inclusive resorts. I’ve had […]
The Best Caribbean Hotels for Art
By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor We choose a hotel for a combination of its location, amenities, service and price. Art rarely makes the list. But in the same way that art makes a house a home, it also […]
20 Must-Shop Caribbean Boutiques
By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor Souvenir shopping in the Caribbean? For the love of God, put down that fridge magnet, shot glass or oversize sombrero. And don’t get me started on those knitted hats with the faux dreadlocks! I’ve […]
The Best Caribbean Islands to Retire To
Sometimes you go to a Caribbean island and wish you didn’t have to leave. (Or perhaps in your case it’s all the time). These are the kind of islands you know you could live on permanently or already do. More […]
New Executive Chef at Puerto Rico’s El Conquistador Resort
Above: El Conquistador By the Caribbean Journal staff Puerto Rico’s El Conquistador Resort and Las Casitas Village, a Waldorf Astoria resort has named Ernie Reyes its new executive chef. The move represents a promotion for Reyes, who had been serving […]
The Best Caribbean Cities For Food – 2014
When you think of the Caribbean, maybe you think of the beach, or the small town, or the offshore cay — even if you live in the Caribbean. But at CJ, we want people to rethink the Caribbean — to understand […]
Island Shop: The Caribbean’s Most Expensive Panama Hat
Above: the Caribbean’s most expensive Panama hat at Olé (All photos by CJ) By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor Would you pay $3,000 for this Panama hat (above)? Chances are someone will. After all, the most expensive hat ever sold by […]
10 Secret Caribbean Hotels
By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor Some Caribbean hotels get all the love, making headlines for their swanky suites, spectacular views and over-the-top amenities. But island insiders know that there are many equally amazing properties that don’t make it to […]
John Kerry, Panama Vice President Meet
Above: Panama Vice President Isabel de Saint Malo de Alvarado By the Caribbean Journal staff United States Secretary of State John Kerry met Tuesday in Washington with Panama’s Vice President, Isabel de Saint Malo de Alvarado. The talks were a […]
10 Secret Caribbean Restaurants
By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor A GOOD MEAL is its own reward, made all the sweeter when you have to venture off the beaten path to seek it out. Here, in 10 Caribbean destinations, we’re sharing our favorite “secret” […]
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